Filipino Fried Garlic Rice (Sinangag)

Filipino Fried Garlic Rice (Sinangag)

2 servings
We Filipinos love rice with our meals. Fried Garlic rice, or Sinangag as we call it, is one of the most common rice dishes you will find in Filipino restaurants! It is also our favourite way to revamp leftover rice. The best rice to use is cooked white rice that has been cooled and even refrigerated since the grains are no longer as sticky as compared to freshly cooked rice.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
    or more to taste if needed
  • 10 cloves garlic

    minced

  • 2 cups rice)

    cooked and cooled (leftover is best

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat a large wok or non-stick pan over medium high heat. Once hot, add in the oil. Add in the salt and mix into the oil.

  2. 2

    Add in the garlic and cook over medium heat until golden brown.

  3. 3

    Add in the leftover cooked and cooled rice, and break apart any large chunks, if there are any. Mix the rice into the oil and garlic and leave to cook for 4-5 minutes over medium high heat. Feel free to season with more salt, to taste, if you’d like.

  4. 4

    Turn off the heat and enjoy with your favourite ulam (viand)!

Filipino Fried Garlic Rice (Sinangag)

Filipino Fried Garlic Rice (Sinangag)

4.9(21)15 min2 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving that signature comforting, savory aroma of Filipino cuisine? This Filipino Fried Garlic Rice, or Sinangag, brings that authentic flavor straight to your kitchen, transforming simple ingredients into an incredibly satisfying side.

The magic of Sinangag lies in using cooled, day-old rice—a crucial technique that ensures fluffy, distinct grains instead of a sticky, clumpy mess. This recipe perfects the art of crisping aromatic garlic and expertly tossing it with rice, creating a deeply flavorful dish that's a staple in Filipino households and restaurants alike.

Prepare for a wonderfully aromatic and textural experience. You'll enjoy individual rice grains, each infused with the rich, savory crunch of golden-brown garlic. The simple seasoning of salt highlights the natural sweetness of the garlic and the inherent deliciousness of the rice. It’s a dish that feels both comforting and satisfying, providing a perfect foundation or accompaniment to any meal. This recipe specifically leverages leftover cooked white rice, making it an excellent way to elevate what might otherwise go to waste.

While this classic garlic rice shines on its own, you can easily personalize it to your taste. Don't hesitate to adjust the salt to your preference, or for an even more intense garlic flavor, you could slightly increase the amount of minced garlic beyond the suggested 10 cloves. The key is balance and allowing the garlic to truly sing.

This savory garlic rice is the ultimate accompaniment to classic Filipino breakfast dishes, such as fried eggs and cured meats, or as a flavorful side for any meal that needs a hearty, aromatic rice component.

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